About Memory Lane Heritage Village
An award-winning living history museum in Lake Charlotte on Nova Scotia's Eastern Shore, depicting rural coastal life during the 1940s with 18 historic buildings, free-roaming farm animals, and a celebrated 1940s cookhouse.
Features & Highlights
Detailed Information
Located along Nova Scotia's scenic Eastern Shore, under an hour from Halifax, Memory Lane Heritage Village offers one of the most immersive living history experiences in the province. This award-winning museum in Lake Charlotte transports visitors back to the 1940s, when pink refrigerators and green washing machines were the height of modern convenience, and rural communities relied on gold mining, forestry, fishing, and boat building to sustain their way of life. With 18 historic buildings on a wooded heritage property — and no ropes or barriers between you and the past — Memory Lane lets you touch, explore, and truly step into a bygone era. It's Nova Scotia's first 100% solar-powered museum and features free-roaming farm animals, antique vehicle rides, and a legendary cookhouse serving up traditional Maritime fare.
Practical Information
Address & Location
5435 Clam Harbour Road, Lake Charlotte, NS B0J 2L0
Located on Nova Scotia's Eastern Shore, approximately 50 minutes east of Halifax. Take Highway 107 to Musquodoboit Harbour, then follow Highway 7 east to Lake Charlotte.
Hours of Operation
Open Wednesday through Sunday, 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays.
2026 Visitor Season: June 3 to September 30.
Cookhouse serving hours: 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Special events continue on select weekends in October and November.
Admission Prices (no HST charged)
Adults (18-59): $13.00 | Seniors (60+): $11.00 | Youth (6-17): $5.00 | Children (0-5): Free
Family Pass (2 adults + up to 3 children): $35.00
Group tours (10+ adults, reservation required): $10.00 each
Amenities
Gift shop featuring 1940s-related products and local crafts
Free Level II EV charging station (Standard J-1772 and Tesla outlet)
Picnic tables on the grounds
Free parking with space for tour buses
Wheelchair accessible (with some limitations on the Webber House second floor)
Accessible and gender-neutral washrooms in the Hosking Store and Cookhouse
Contact
Phone: (902) 845-1937 | Toll-free: 1-877-287-0697
Email: info@visitmemorylane.ca | Website: visitmemorylane.ca
Whether you're a history buff, a family seeking an engaging day trip from Halifax, or simply someone who appreciates authentic cultural experiences, Memory Lane Heritage Village delivers a memorable journey into Nova Scotia's rural past. The combination of hands-on exploration, passionate volunteers, delicious cookhouse meals, and beautiful Eastern Shore setting makes it one of the province's most rewarding heritage attractions. Allow at least 2-3 hours for your visit, and don't leave without trying the gingerbread.
